Our Team

Michael Kohajda has been practising as a lawyer since 2012 and is a founding partner of the firm. His practice operates at the intersection of law, regulation, and the economic realities of business, advising clients particularly in matters involving significant risk, reputation, and financial impact.

He specialises in financial and tax law, as well as financial markets law, with additional expertise in real estate and development projects. A substantial part of his practice focuses on disputes with tax and customs authorities, as well as civil litigation, where strategic use of evidence, procedural approach, and predictability of outcomes are essential.

He offers clients a comprehensive, end-to-end service—from initial analysis and strategic structuring through negotiation and preparation of documentation to representation in proceedings before public authorities and the courts. He places particular emphasis on ensuring that legal solutions are not only formally sound but also effective in practice, taking into account tax and economic implications as well as their impact on management decision-making.

A key strength of his profile is the combination of legal practice with a strong academic background. He studied law at the Faculty of Law of Palacký University Olomouc and obtained his JUDr. and Ph.D. degrees at the Faculty of Law of Charles University. In 2016, he was appointed Associate Professor (habilitation) in financial law and financial science.

Since 2005, he has also been active in academia, teaching financial, tax, and banking law, including specialist courses for practitioners and speaking at professional forums in the Czech Republic and abroad. His direct experience of the legislative process and involvement in expert bodies—including working groups and advisory structures—enable him to provide clients with timely insight into regulatory developments and practical preparation for upcoming changes.

Between 2021 and 2025, he served as a Member of the Chamber of Deputies of the Parliament of the Czech Republic, focusing primarily on financial and budgetary matters. Among other roles, he chaired the Subcommittee on Banking, Insurance, and Financial Markets.

He is fluent in Czech and English and has a working knowledge of Slovak and French. Outside his professional activities, he enjoys travelling, sport, and nature.

Martin Hájek is a partner of the firm with more than 20 years of experience in mergers and acquisitions, business disposals, and corporate restructurings. He advises clients particularly in situations where rapid assessment of transactional risk, a clear process structure, and the ability to bring complex commercial objectives to a successful completion are critical.

His practice focuses on acquisitions and divestments, corporate reorganisations, and the restructuring of corporate groups, including transactions with an international dimension. Over the course of his career, he has been involved in numerous significant transactions in the Czech Republic and abroad, acting for both buyers and sellers, and has extensive experience in managing complex processes from initial strategic planning through to completion.

A key strength of his work lies in his in-depth knowledge of company law, the structuring of shareholder relationships, and the design of holding and group structures. In transactions, he places particular emphasis on predictability, the enforceability of contractual mechanisms, and ensuring that documentation is robust in practice—not only from a legal perspective, but also in the context of financing, internal approvals, and subsequent group operations.

In complex matters, he effectively coordinates multidisciplinary teams of lawyers, tax advisers, and auditors, providing clients with clear oversight of the process, a coherent transactional framework, and the ability to make informed decisions based on well-structured options and their implications—without unnecessary delay or disruption to commercial momentum.

Selected experience includes transactions ranging from hundreds of millions to several billions of Czech crowns, including acquisitions and divestments in manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, the food industry, and real estate. He has advised, for example, on the divestments of Safina (approximately EUR 100 million), Biovendor (approximately CZK 1.2 billion), and UNITED BAKERIES (approximately CZK 2.5 billion), as well as on extensive corporate reorganisations and squeeze-outs involving major Czech companies and groups.

Jan Šobora is a partner of the firm specialising in financial law, administrative law, and financial market regulation. His practice combines legal, regulatory, and commercial perspectives, drawing on experience gained in financial institutions, technology companies, and real estate development projects.

His core expertise lies in the regulation of digital financial services, particularly cryptoassets, payment services, and compliance. He advises clients on the impact of European and Czech regulatory frameworks and supports them in designing processes that are both sustainable from a supervisory perspective and effective in practice, including under the MiCA regime.

A significant part of his professional experience is connected with licensing procedures and compliance management in fintech companies. He has extensive experience representing clients before supervisory authorities, including the Financial Analytical Office (FAÚ) and the Czech National Bank (CNB), as well as in administrative proceedings. He prepares regulatory documentation, governance frameworks, internal policies, and strategies for engagement with regulators.

In addition to financial regulation, he is also active in real estate and development matters and contributes to the firm’s M&A practice. He advises on contractual documentation for development projects, real estate transactions, and permitting procedures, and in transactional matters focuses on due diligence, structuring, and support for investment and expansion projects.

He graduated from Charles University in Prague and completed part of his studies at Northumbria University. He is fluent in English (C2) and is known for his pragmatic approach and strategic thinking. Outside his professional activities, he enjoys spending time with his family and engaging in sport.

Jakub Jelínek is a partner at the law firm and has been practicing as an attorney since 2021. In his practice, he focuses on providing legal support in situations where the client needs a fast, clear, and enforceable solution – whether it involves routine contractual matters, property issues, or contentious cases.

He specializes professionally in commercial and civil law, real estate law, family law, and employment law. He helps clients set up contractual relationships, protect property interests, and resolve legal risks that typically impact both business operations and personal or family circumstances.

A significant part of his practice involves representing clients in litigation. He conducts disputes with procedural discipline and an emphasis on strategy, evidentiary work, and cost control; the goal is always to achieve an outcome that aligns with the client’s agreed objective and remains sustainable in subsequent steps. He received his education at the Faculty of Law of Masaryk University in Brno, where he completed the Master’s program in Law and Legal Science in 2017. He began his practice during his studies as a legal intern at the law office of JUDr. Miroslav Martinák in Šumperk and completed his professional training as a junior associate at the law firm Coufalová & Kubíková s.r.o. in Brno.

After successfully passing the bar exams in 2021, he practiced as an independent attorney, and since 2026, he has been practicing law as a partner of our law firm. He is also active in the public and community environment of his home region. Since 2018, he has been a member of the municipal assembly of Bludov, and since 2022, he has served as a councilor and member of several commissions. In his free time, he focuses on his family, sports, and community activities – since 2023, he has been the chairman of TJ Sokol Bludov z. s. and leads the table tennis club, in which he is also an active player.

Martin Pospíchal has been practising as a lawyer since 2009 and has been associated with KOHAJDA & PARTNER Law Firm since 2026.

From the outset of his legal career, he has focused on contract law and civil litigation. After graduating from the Faculty of Law of Masaryk University in 2004, he specialised in contentious civil matters and the enforcement of judgments. In 2006, he expanded his practice to include real estate law and contractual relationships arising in connection with development projects, construction, redevelopment, and property transactions.

Over the years, he has broadened his expertise to include corporate matters, energy law, contractual arrangements for technology projects, pharmaceutical agreements, medical research projects (including genetics), market research, healthcare and food law, and projects involving intellectual property rights. At the same time, he has developed extensive experience in dispute prevention and resolution, representing clients in both court and out-of-court proceedings, including appeals before the Supreme Court and constitutional complaints before the Constitutional Court.

His objective is to help clients achieve their strategic and commercial goals by providing comprehensive legal advice and identifying solutions that take into account not only the legal aspects of a matter but also the wider commercial and practical considerations that are important to the client. His approach is focused on delivering sustainable outcomes that continue to provide value well into the future.

Anna Slaninová has been practising as an independent lawyer since 2026 and also works in association with KOHAJDA & PARTNER Law Firm. She assists clients not only in resolving legal issues that have already arisen, but, above all, in preventing them. Her approach places particular emphasis on carefully drafted contractual documentation, clear legal advice, and solutions that are effective not only in legal terms but also in practice.

She graduated from the Faculty of Law of Masaryk University in 2022. During her studies, she gained practical experience in legal practice and, from 2019 onwards, worked in the non-profit sector specialising in consumer protection. This experience enables her to prepare contractual documentation that balances the interests of businesses with the requirements of consumer law and reflects the types of disputes most frequently encountered in practice. She advises clients on the preparation of standard terms and conditions, complaints procedures, consumer contracts, and contractual arrangements designed to withstand both regulatory scrutiny and potential disputes.

Following her graduation in 2022, she continued her professional training as a trainee solicitor. During this period, she focused primarily on contract law and represented clients in civil, insolvency, and criminal matters, gaining extensive experience in drafting contracts, preparing legal opinions, and appearing before the courts.

Between 2024 and 2026, her practice expanded to include real estate and employment law. She provides comprehensive legal support to real estate agencies and property professionals in connection with property transactions, preparing and reviewing contractual documentation and advising on related legal matters to ensure that transactions proceed smoothly and securely. She also advises employers on employment law matters, with particular emphasis on employment documentation and day-to-day HR issues.

Lukáš Chalupa is an independent lawyer who has been working in association with KOHAJDA & PARTNER Law Firm since 2026. He advises both businesses and private individuals, helping them find practical, clear, and effective solutions to their legal matters. His approach is characterised by personalised service, open communication, and a strong commitment to protecting his clients’ interests.

He specialises primarily in commercial and civil law, real estate law, family law, and employment law, with additional experience in criminal law. He advises clients on the preparation and review of contracts, property matters, and the legal aspects of doing business. He also provides advice on employment and family law matters, placing particular emphasis not only on the legal aspects of each case but also on the practical implications of the proposed solutions.

A significant part of his practice is devoted to representing clients in litigation and other contentious proceedings. He approaches every case strategically and with careful procedural preparation, aiming to protect his clients’ interests through well-founded legal argument, cost-effective case management, and the achievement of the best possible outcome.

He graduated from the Faculty of Law of Masaryk University in 2022, where he completed his Master’s degree in Law. He gained his first practical legal experience during his studies as a legal intern at a law firm in his hometown. He subsequently completed his trainee practice at Coufalová & Kubíková s.r.o. in Brno, where he first worked with Jakub Jelínek, now a partner at KOHAJDA & PARTNER Law Firm. The final stage of his professional training was completed under Jakub Jelínek’s supervision. Following his admission to the Czech Bar Association in 2026, he established his own legal practice in his hometown and has worked in association with the firm ever since.

Outside his professional activities, he enjoys travelling and sport—ideally combining the two whenever possible. He is an active football, five-a-side football, and tennis player.

Denisa Šobora Zvonková serves as Of Counsel at KOHAJDA & PARTNER Law Firm, combining legal practice with extensive experience in the real estate sector and property transactions. She also serves as Managing Director of Agentura ZVONEK, where she is actively involved in the firm’s real estate business.

During her studies at the Faculty of Law of Charles University, she specialised in real estate transfers. Her master’s thesis examined contracts for the transfer of ownership of real property, focusing on their essential elements, legal risks associated with property transfers, and mechanisms for safeguarding the rights of the contracting parties.

During her legal career, she also completed her professional training as a trainee solicitor, gradually developing a particular focus on real estate law, contractual matters, transfers of ownership, and the practical legal aspects of the real estate industry. She has been actively involved in the real estate sector since 2015, initially through legal practice and subsequently through estate agency services.

In her work, she places particular emphasis on establishing clear and secure legal relationships, preventing legal risks, and delivering practical, commercially viable solutions. By combining legal expertise with extensive experience in the real estate market, she is able to assess property transactions not only from the perspective of legal certainty but also with regard to their commercial and practical implementation.

Martin Cahlík has been a trainee solicitor at the firm since 2024. Prior to this, he worked with the firm for three years as a paralegal and was involved in the organisation of its day-to-day operations. This experience has given him a detailed understanding of internal processes as well as the practical needs of clients. As part of the team, he is involved in the preparation of procedural submissions, contractual documentation, and legal opinions, with a strong emphasis on accuracy and timely delivery.

He focuses in particular on contract law and the regulation of cryptoassets, including European regulatory frameworks and central bank digital currencies. His approach is characterised by the ability to connect legal analysis with technological context and regulatory logic, which is essential for clients operating in financial services and the digital economy.

He graduated from the Faculty of Law of Palacký University Olomouc, where he is currently engaged as a researcher on a project supported by the Grant Agency of the Czech Republic, while also pursuing doctoral studies in law and digital technologies. His doctoral research focuses on the digital euro and its implications for data protection and anti-money laundering. He has also gained experience in the financial sector as a junior fraud specialist at an international bank.

He is proficient in English and has a working knowledge of Russian. In his free time, he enjoys sport, including boxing, street workout, and inline skating, as well as coffee culture.

Matěj Kosař has been a trainee solicitor at the firm since 2026, having previously worked with the firm as a paralegal since 2024. As part of the team, he is involved in the preparation of procedural submissions, contractual documentation, and legal opinions across the firm’s practice areas, building on his earlier experience in general legal practice at a law firm in Prague.

In addition to his core legal work, he has a particular interest in legal design. He focuses on ensuring that legal documents and advice are user-friendly, clear, and practically applicable—designed to support clients’ decision-making and day-to-day operations beyond purely legal terminology.

He graduated from the Faculty of Law of Palacký University Olomouc, where he completed his Master’s degree in Law. During his studies, he developed an interest in the intersection of law, psychology, and philosophy, and was a member of a prestigious European law students’ association. In his free time, he enjoys writing aphorisms, playing chess, street workout, and sport.

Ondřej Jílek has been a trainee solicitor at the firm since 2026, having commenced his professional training in 2024. He builds on experience gained at a leading Czech law firm, where he worked first as a paralegal and subsequently as a trainee solicitor. As part of the team, he is involved in the preparation of legal opinions, procedural submissions, and supporting documentation for complex matters.

He specialises in competition law and state aid. He has practical experience advising on concentrations (M&A) and state aid notifications, including projects of national significance. He assists clients in navigating competition and regulatory requirements and in preparing materials that are both substantively persuasive and procedurally effective.

He graduated from the Faculty of Law of Masaryk University in Brno. He is proficient in English and has a working knowledge of German. In his free time, he enjoys sport—particularly athletics and orienteering—as well as travelling and reading.

Karel Synek has been a trainee solicitor at the firm since 2026. As part of the team, he is involved in the preparation of contractual documentation, legal opinions, and procedural submissions, with a strong emphasis on accuracy, clarity, and practical applicability for clients.

He focuses primarily on contract law, consumer law, and digital services. His work builds on experience gained at a non-profit consumer advice centre, where he was involved in the practical application of consumer law. This background enables him to approach legal issues not only from a formal perspective, but also in terms of their real impact on clients and the feasibility of proposed solutions.

He graduated from the Faculty of Law of Palacký University Olomouc, where he completed his Master’s degree in Law. During his studies, he served as a team coach in the International High School Moot Court and supported younger students in developing an interest in law.

He is proficient in English and has a working knowledge of Russian. In his free time, he enjoys photography, inline skating, and street workout.